- By Kashish Rai
- Sat, 23 Nov 2024 10:31 AM (IST)
- Source:JND
Utpanna Ekadashi 2024 Date: Utpanna Ekadashi is a significant Hindu festival observed on the 11th day of the Margashirsh month. It's the first Ekadashi after Kartik Purnima and marks the origin of Goddess Ekadashi, a power of Lord Vishnu. According to Hindu mythology, Goddess Ekadashi was born from Lord Vishnu to defeat the demon Mur. Devotees fast on this day to absolve past and present sins. It's a celebration of Goddess Ekadashi's birth and victory over evil. Fasting on this day is considered highly auspicious. This year, Utpanna Ekadashi will be observed on 26th November 2024.
Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Date And Time
Utpanna Ekadashi 2024 Date: 26th November 2024
Ekadashi Tithi Begins: 01:01 AM, 26th November 2024
Ekadashi Tithi Ends: 03:47 AM, 27th November 2024
Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Parana Time
The Parana time for Utpanna Ekadashi Vrat is after 10:30 AM on 27th November 2024.
Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Significance
The significance of Utpanna Ekadashi is described in several Hindu scriptures, including the Bhavishyottara Purana. This ancient text recounts a conversation between King Yudhisthira and Lord Krishna, highlighting the importance of this sacred day.
Observing Utpanna Ekadashi with dedication and fasting is believed to bring immense spiritual rewards. Devotees earn merits similar to those gained during auspicious festivals like Sankranthi. By performing acts of charity and donation, devotees can receive blessings from Lord Brahma, Mahesh, and Vishnu. With sincere devotion, followers can experience divine blessings and spiritual growth.
Utpanna Ekadashi is observed during the Krishna Paksha in the month of Margashisha. This sacred day is dedicated to the worship of Lord Vishnu. (Image Source: Freepik)
Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Rituals
To observe Utpanna Ekadashi, begin by taking an early morning bath and meditating on Lord Vishnu. Sprinkle Gangajal throughout the house to purify the environment. Offer tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu and light incense sticks, lamps, and offer naivedya (prasad). Chant the sacred mantra "Om Namo Bhagavate Vasudevaya" with sincerity and devotion.
On this day, devotees fast from dawn until the sunrise of Dwadashi. They refrain from eating rice, pulses, and grains. The fast is broken on the next day, during Dwadashi Tithi. It's essential to break the fast after Hari Vasara and not during Madhyanha. Devotees typically prefer to break their fast at sunrise.
After completing the worship, perform aarti and distribute prasad among others. Before ending the fast, offer donations and serve food to Brahmins. Listening to the ancient story of Maa Ekadashi and seeking forgiveness for past mistakes is also an essential part of the observance.
Utpanna Ekadashi 2024: Vrat Katha
According to Hindu legends, Utpanna Ekadashi commemorates the birth of Maa Ekadashi, who saved Lord Vishnu from the demon Mura. In the Satyuga era, Mura defeated Indra and took control of heaven, prompting the gods to seek Lord Shiva's help. Lord Shiva advised them to approach Lord Vishnu, who eventually engaged in a ten-year battle with Mura.
As the battle raged on, Lord Vishnu retreated to Badrikashram, where he fell asleep in a cave called Hemvati. Mura attacked Lord Vishnu, but a divine woman emerged from Lord Vishnu's body and defeated the demon. Lord Vishnu was pleased and named the woman Utpanna Ekadashi, declaring that she would be worshipped by people.
Utpanna Ekadashi holds great significance in Hindu astrology. It is believed that observing a fast on this day with good intentions and a pure mind can help individuals atone for past mistakes. Devotees who wish to observe Ekadashi fasts are advised to start with Utpanna Ekadashi.
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